An absolutely stunning performance by Christina Evans, set in the Hollywood Forever Cemetery at the foot of the Italian marble mausoleum of philanthropist William Clark Jr., who founded the L.A. Philharmonic in 1919. Inscribed above the large bronze doors in Latin it reads: “The sweet memory of our beloved chases away the fear of death, the nature of heaven gives hope of a new life,” which serves as moving theme of Evans' interpretive dance piece.
What immediately came to mind through Christina’s movement was my recent tour of the arboretum on the Stanford University campus where there is a replica of The Angel of Grief, the 1894 sculpture by William Wetmore Story for the grave of his wife Emelyn Story at the Protestant Cemetery in Ro...
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Magical, elegant and spirited. This is a powerful site specific dance performance. It puts a spotlight on life, death, loss and the deep loves of our lives with such kindness and celebration. Christina Evans is enchanting! All the cells in her body radiate the special connection she has to the souls of the Hollywood Forever Cemetery. The many tableaux created dance in my mind days later. A true joy to watch!
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This was an enthralling evocative, poetic performance. It had an other worldy feel with so much depth, and the stunning location was really magical! It was like being taken into another orbit with a beautiful contemplation of life, love, loss and humanity. I loved the Pina Bausch inspired movement as well! Christina is a wonderful performer who takes us through an incredible , emotive and powerful journey....
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A beautifully earnest, heart-on-sleeve show that more than any other at fringe made me feel like I had really experienced something with the audience I was in. It was like were in a sacred ritual together, I think because we were! ...
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